1988 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 525 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 525 | IS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |